Technician III

Albemarle Netherlands BV; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Ketjen Corporation seeks a Technician III to join the Clean Fuels Technology R&D team. You will execute experiments, support projects, and help ensure safe, reliable operation of laboratory and pilot plant facilities.

The role combines lab work, scale-up support, and process development within a dynamic R&D environment. The candidate will translate research questions into experimental plans, operate diverse equipment, and contribute to documentation and data analysis.

Qualifications

• . HBO-level education in chemical technology or related field with 1–3 years of relevant practical experience.
• . Demonstrated affinity with hands-on experimental work and safe operation of lab and pilot plant equipment.
• . Strong safety awareness and disciplined approach to HSE requirements.
• . Proficient in Dutch and English for documentation and communication.
• . Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work across lab, pilot plant, and scale-up activities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and independently execute laboratory and pilot plant experiments.
• Translate research questions and literature findings into practical experimental plans and equipment setups.
• Operate and troubleshoot lab and pilot plant equipment safely and reliably.
• Maintain equipment and documentation in accordance with QHSE requirements.
• Collaborate with technicians, scientists, engineers, and project teams to achieve goals.
• Record conditions, results, and conclusions in LIMS and data systems.
• Analyze data and validate results; support scale-up and trials as needed.

Skills

HSE awareness

Laboratory experiments

Data recording

Communication

Flexibility

Office software

Education

HBO in chemical technology / process technology / applied chemistry

Tools

LIMS

ELN

PI Vision

Sample Manager

Job description

Are you ready to move your career forward and help shape our company’s and customers’ futures? If you aspire to challenge yourself, work with the best in the industry and join a successful team where you can make a meaningful contribution, then we invite you to join us at Ketjen Corporation, a provider of advanced catalyst solutions to leading producers in the petrochemical, refining, and specialty chemicals industries. Together, we can create a legacy marked by innovation, excitement, and energy. As a Technician III, you will be part of the Clean Fuels Technology R&D team, where you play a key role in developing and improving innovative products and processes. You will execute experiments, support research projects, and contribute to the safe and reliable operation of our laboratory and pilot plant facilities. You will work on a wide variety of technologies, ranging from advanced catalyst systems for the petrochemical industry to innovative inorganic materials for industrial applications. This position offers a unique opportunity to combine laboratory work, pilot plant operations, and process development in a dynamic R&D environment.

What you will do:

• Plan, prepare, and independently execute laboratory and pilot plant experiments within assigned R&D projects.
• Translate research questions, technical challenges, and targeted literature findings into practical experimental plans, test methods, and equipment configurations.
• Set up, operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and adapt laboratory and pilot plant equipment to deliver safe, reliable, and high-quality experimental results.
• Integrate Ketjen's HSE standards into daily work by proactively identifying hazards, implementing appropriate controls, and ensuring safe execution of laboratory and research activities.
• Maintain pilot equipment and associated facilities, including quality checks, modifications, QHSE requirements, and accurate technical documentation.
• Proactively collaborate with technicians, scientists, engineers, and project teams, fostering open communication and knowledge sharing to achieve project goals.
• Record experimental conditions, observations, results, and conclusions accurately and timely in LIMS and other data management systems.
• Organizing, analyzing, and statistically validating experimental data to generate robust technical conclusions.
• Support scale-up and plant trials by assessing implementation requirements, preparing equipment and test activities, and evaluating relevant process and QHSE implications.
• Work closely with technicians, scientists, engineers, and project leads to align objectives, solve experimental challenges, share findings, and improve research programs.
• Build and maintain detailed technical knowledge of HPC catalyst production routes, including key process parameters, unit operations, raw materials, and their impact on product performance.
• Adapt readily between small-scale laboratory work, pilot plant operation, scale-up activities, and support for trial production as project priorities evolve.

What you will bring:

• HBO working and thinking level in chemical technology, process technology, applied chemistry, or a comparable technical discipline, with 1–3 years of relevant practical experience.
• Demonstrated affinity with hands-on experimental work and the safe operation of laboratory, analytical, and pilot plant equipment.
• Strong safety awareness and a disciplined approach to HSE requirements, risk assessment, housekeeping, and accurate execution of experimental procedures.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build, maintain and leverage effective relationships and networks across colleagues, stakeholders and customers; Proficient in written Dutch and English, enabling accurate documentation, technical reporting and effective communication of (sub)project results and conclusions.
• Flexibility, with the ability to effectively manage changing priorities and a diverse range of activities.
• Affinity to work with various equipment from analysis to pilot equipment.
• Practical knowledge of experimental methods, measurement techniques, sampling, and procedures relevant to catalyst or process development.
• Effective presentation and communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical approaches, results and recommendations to colleagues and project teams.
• Solution-oriented thinking: showing creativity and initiative in solving problems in all phases of a project.
• Affinity with software such as: Microsoft Office, PI vision, Sample Manager or other LIMS, ELN, etc.

Benefits of Joining Ketjen

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally

We are a global provider of advanced catalyst solutions to leading producers in the petrochemical, refining and specialty chemicals industries. Working side-by-side with our customers, we develop value-added, customized solutions that make them more competitive. Discovering and implementing new and better performance-based sustainable solutions is what motivates all of us. We think beyond business-as-usual to drive innovations that create lasting value. Unleash your POTENTIAL with Ketjen. At Ketjen, we believe that our people make us successful. It’s really that simple. We embrace diversity of experience, talent and thought. We work hard to create an inclusive work environment that empowers you to openly and honestly communicate, create and innovate. Your decision to join our team will be rewarded with a positive, team-oriented workplace that inspires personal and professional growth. We will make every effort to support your career goals and create opportunities for you to realize your full potential.

AS PART OF OUR GLOBAL TEAM, YOU’LL EXPERIENCE:

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Hands-on technical experience
• Job variety and career flexibility
• Collaboration with seasoned employees at every level
• A proven record of innovation
• Company-wide focus on economic and environmental sustainability
• Deep commitment to our communities, education, and social development
• Concern and compassion for fellow employees
• Among the best safety records in the industry

We will make every effort to support your career goals and create opportunities for you to realize your full potential. This is our culture. This is our commitment.

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